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MICHAEL FRIEDMAN, MD

Dr. Friedman MD

BUSINESS ADDRESS

30 N. Michigan Avenue
Suite 1107
Chicago, IL 60602
Telephone: (312) 236-3642
Fax: (312) 236-5162

PERSONAL DATA

Date of birth: October 21, 1948
Marital status: Married to Susan Friedman
Children: Marc, Fagie, Amy, Brian
Place of birth: Munich, Germany

EDUCATION

  • Undergraduate: Yeshiva University, New York, BA, 1968, premedicine, chemistry
  • Medical: University of Illinois at Chicago College of Medicine, MD, 1972
  • Internship: Illinois Masonic Medical Center, Chicago, Medicine, 1972-73
  • Residencies: Metro-Six, University of Illinois at Chicago, Surgery, 1973-74
  • University of Illinois at Chicago, Otolaryngology–Head and Neck Surgery, 1974-77

LICENSURE

State of Illinois 1972: #036047479
Drug Enforcement number: #AF5707899

BOARD CERTIFICATION

American Board of Otolaryngology, 1977

PROFESSIONAL ORGANIZATIONS

  • American Medical Association, 1973-present
  • Chicago Medical Society, 1973-present
  • Illinois State Medical Society, 1973-present
  • American Academy of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, 1979-present
  • Chicago Laryngological and Otological Society, 1977-present
  • American College of Surgeons, 1980-present
  • American Society for Head and Neck Surgery, 1984-present
  • American Laryngological, Rhinological, and Otological Society, 1986-present
  • American Sleep Disorders Association, 1986-present
  • American Broncho-Esophagological Association, 1990-present
  • International Association of Phonosurgeons, 1992-present
  • American Rhinologic Society, 1992-present
  • Clinical Sleep Society, 1998-present

HOSPITAL APPOINTMENTS

  • Advocate Illinois Masonic Medical Center, 1977-present
  • Rush University Medical Center, 1991-present
  • Lincoln Park Hospital, 1991-present

TEACHING APPOINTMENTS

  • Professor and Chairman of the Section of Head and Neck Surgery, Department of Otolaryngology and Bronchoesophagology, Rush Medical College of Rush University, Rush University Medical Center, Chicago, 1995-present
  • Associate Professor and Chairman of the Section of Head and Neck Surgery, Department of Otolaryngology and Bronchoesophagology, Rush Medical College of Rush University, Rush-Presbyterian-St. Luke's Medical Center, Chicago, 1991-1995
  • Medical Director, Advanced Center for Specialty Care (formerly Head and Neck Treatment Center), Advocate Illinois Masonic Medical Center, Chicago, 1980-present
  • Director, Head and Neck Training, University of Illinois Metropolitan Group Residency in General Surgery, Chicago, 1980-1995
  • Instructor, Clinical Assistant Professor, Clinical Associate Professor, Department of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, University of Illinois College of Medicine, Chicago, 1977-1991

AWARDS

  • Castle Connolly Medical Guide–America's Top Doctors, 2001
  • Chicago Magazine's Top Doctors, 2001—2006
  • Castle Connolly Medical–A Regional Guide to Physicians, 2000
  • The American Academy of Otolaryngology–Head and Neck Surgery Honor Award, 1995
  • The Edmund Prince Fowler Award for Excellence in Basic Research. Presented by the American Laryngological, Rhinological, and Otological Society, 1986

PUBLICATIONS

  1. Skolnik EM, Friedman M, Keyes G. Surgery of the major salivary glands. J Med Soc New Jersey. 1976;73:948-952.
  2. Skolnik EM, Keyes G, Friedman M. Carcinoma of the lip and tongue. J Med Soc New Jersey. 1976;73:948-952.
  3. Skolnik EM, Friedman M, Becker SP, Sisson G, Keyes G. Tumors of the major salivary glands. Laryngoscope. 1977;87:843-861.
  4. Skolnik EM, Yee K, Friedman M. The posterior triangle in radical neck dissection. Arch Otolaryngol Head Neck Surg. 1976;102:1-9.
  5. Friedman M, Skolnik EM, Baim HM, Becker SP, Katz AH, Mantravadi RM. Thyroid carcinoma. Laryngoscope. 1980;90:1991-2003.
  6. Friedman M, Baim HM, Shelton VK, Stobnicki M, Chillis T, Ferrara T, Skolnik EM. Laryngeal injuries secondary to nasogastric tubes. Ann Otol Rhinol Laryngol. 1981;90:469-474.
  7. Mantravadi RV, Katz AM, Skolnik EM, Freehling D, Friedman M. Stomal recurrence. Arch Otolaryngol Head Neck Surg. 1982;107:735-738.
  8. Friedman M, Shelton VK, Skolnik EM, Berlinger FG, Arab M. Laryngotracheal invasion by thyroid carcinoma. Ann Otol Rhinol Laryngol. 1982;91:363-369.
  9. Friedman M, Mafee MF, Shelton VK, Berlinger FG, Skolnik EM. Parathyroid localization by computed tomographic scanning. Arch Otolaryngol Head Neck Surg. 1983;109:95-97.
  10. Arab M, Friedman M, Weingarten J. Nasal polyposis with invasion into the orbit. Arch Otolaryngol Head Neck Surg. 1983;109:273-274.
  11. Friedman M, Shelton VK, Mafee M, Bellity P, Grybauskas VT, Skolnik EM. Metastatic neck disease: evaluation by computerized tomography. Arch Otolaryngol Head Neck Surg. 1984;110:443-447.
  12. Friedman M, Shelton VK, Mafee M, Bellity P, Grybauskas VT, Skolnik EM. Metastatic neck disease: evaluation by computerized tomography. J d'ORL. 1984;110:443-447.
  13. Deutsch EC, Skolnik EM, Hill JH, Friedman M. Conservation neck dissection. Laryngoscope. 1985;95:961-965.
  14. Friedman M, Toriumi DM, Grybauskas VT, Katz A. Nonrecurrent laryngeal nerves and their clinical significance. Laryngoscope. 1986;96:87-90.
  15. Friedman M, Toriumi DM. Functional identification of the superior laryngeal nerve. Laryngoscope. 1986;96:1291-1292.
  16. Friedman M, Grybauskas VT, Skolnik EM, Katz A, Chilis T, Toriumi DM. Parietal occipital nape of neck flap: a myocutaneous flap for selected head and neck reconstruction. Arch Otolaryngol Head Neck Surg. 1986;112:309-315.
  17. Friedman M, Grybauskas V, Toriumi DM, Kaplan A, Seiden A. Reconstruction of the subglottic larynx with a myoperiosteal flap: clinical and experimental study. Head Neck Surg. 1986;8:287-295.
  18. Friedman M. Factors influencing parathyroid allotransplantation in rats. Laryngoscope. 1986;96(Pt 2 suppl 39):1-16.
  19. Friedman M, Deitch R, Grybauskas VT, Skolnik EM. Thyroid carcinoma. Otolaryngol Clin North Am. 1986;19:451-461.
  20. Friedman M, Lore JM, Paloyan E, Skolnik EM. Difficult decisions in the management of thyroid carcinoma. Otolaryngol Clin North Am. 1986;19:463-473.
  21. Mafee M, Langer B, Soboroff BJ, Friedman M. Radiologic diagnosis of nonsquamous tumors of the head and neck. Otolaryngol Clin North Am. 1986:19:507-522.
  22. Mafee M, Rasouli F, Spigos DM, Valvassori G, Friedman M, Capek V. Magnetic resonance imaging in the diagnosis of nonsquamous tumors of the head and neck. Otolaryngol Clin North Am. 1986;19:523-536.
  23. Friedman M, Levin B, Grybauskas VT, Strorigl T, Hill J, Manaligod J, Skolnik EM. Malignant tumors of the major salivary glands. Otolaryngol Clin North Am. 1986;19:625-636.
  24. Friedman M, Spiro RH, Rice D. Difficult decisions in the management of parotid surgery. Otolaryngol Clin North Am. 1986;19:637-646.
  25. Grybauskas VT, Parker J, Friedman M. Juvenile nasopharyngeal angiofibroma. Otolaryngol Clin North Am. 1986;19:647-658.
  26. Friedman M, Toriumi DM, Grybauskas VT. Surgical treatment of hyperparathyroidism. Otolaryngol Clin North Am. 1986;19:711-722.
  27. Friedman M, Chow J, Toriumi DM, Strorigl T, Grybauskas VT. Benign neoplasms of the oral cavity. Clin Plast Surg. 1987;14:223-231.
  28. Friedman M, Toriumi DM, Grybauskas VT. The bilobed deltopectoral advancement flap. Arch Otolaryngol Head Neck Surg. 1987;113:612-614.
  29. Friedman M, Grybauskas VT, Skolnik EM, Toriumi DM, Chilis T. The sternocleidomastoid myoperiosteal flap for reconstruction of the subglottic larynx. Ann Otol Rhinol Laryngol. 1987;96:164-169.
  30. Friedman M, Toriumi DM. Glottic reconstruction following hemilaryngectomy: false cord advancement flap. Laryngoscope. 1987;97:855-857.
  31. Friedman M, Rosenberg M. Anterior glossectomy: reconstruction with a posterior tongue flap. Head Neck Surg. 1987;9:353-355.
  32. Friedman M, Toriumi DM, Grybauskas VT, Applebaum EL. Spastic dysphonia treated without nerve resection. Ann Otol Rhinol Laryngol. 1987;96:590-596.
  33. Friedman M, Toriumi DM. Radiologic diagnosis of thyroid carcinoma. Am J Surg. 1988;155:215-223.
  34. Chow J, Block RM, Friedman M. Preoperative evaluation for partial laryngectomy. Head Neck Surg. 1988;10:319-323.
  35. Friedman M, Oppenheimor RW. Fibrosarcoma of the maxillary sinus: case report and literature review. Ear Nose Throat J. 1988;67:91-95.
  36. Friedman M. Evaluation of metastatic neck disease with CT: communication with editor. Arch Otolaryngol Head Neck Surg. 1988;113:775.
  37. Friedman M, Toriumi DM, Strorigl T. Chronic nongranulomatous epiglottitis. Ear Nose Throat J. 1988;67:524-527.
  38. Friedman M, Toriumi DM, Strorigl T, Grybauskas VT, Chillis T, Skolnik EM. The effects of therapeutic radiation on the development of multiple primary tumors of the head and neck. Head Neck Surg. 1988;10(Suppl):48-51.
  39. Friedman M, Toriumi DM, Owens R, Grybauskas VT. Experience with the sternocleidomastoid myoperiosteal flap for subglottic and tracheal reconstruction: report of cases and modification of technique. Laryngoscope. 1988;98:1003-1011.
  40. Friedman M, Toriumi DM, Strorigl T, Chilis T. The sternocleidomastoid myoperiosteal flap for esophagopharyngeal reconstruction and fistula repair. Laryngoscope. 1988;98:1084-1091.
  41. Mafee MF, Campos M, Raju S, Samett E, Mohamadi H, Sadighi S, Heffez L, Friedman M, Chow JM. Head and neck: high field magnetic resonance imaging versus computed tomography. Otolaryngol Clin North Am. 1988;21:513-546.
  42. Friedman M, Deitch R, Grybauskas VT, Skolnik EM. Thyroid carcinoma: curative strategies for advanced solid tumors. Hematol Oncol Clin North Am. 1988;2:3.
  43. Friedman M, Toriumi DM, Applebaum EL. Treatment of spastic dysphonia with an implantable nerve stimulator. Ann Otol Rhinol Laryngol. 1989;98:130-134.
  44. Friedman M, Toriumi DM. The esophageal stethoscope: another possible cause of vocal cord paralysis. Arch Otolaryngol Head Neck Surg. 1989;115:95-98.
  45. Friedman M, Toriumi DM, Grybauskas VT, Applebaum EL. Staging and management of adult epiglottitis: a plea for uniformity. Ear Nose Throat J. 1989;68:58-62.
  46. Friedman M. Airway maintenance after bronchoscopy (Letter to the Editor). Laryngoscope. 1989;99:462.
  47. Friedman M, Josephson JS, Kennedy DW, Kelly DR, Rice DH, Sisson GA. Difficult decisions in endoscopic surgery. Otolaryngol Clin North Am. 1989;22:777-800.
  48. Krause J, Grybauskas VT, Friedman M. Instruments and equipment for endoscopic sinus surgery. Otolaryngol Clin North Am. 1989;22:703-712.
  49. Friedman M, Toriumi DM. The effect of a temporary nasoantral window on mucociliary clearance: an experimental study. Otolaryngol Clin North Am. 1989;22:819-830.
  50. Friedman M, Toriumi DM, Grybauskas VT, Applebaum EL. Epiglottite de l'adulte: proposition d'une classification clinique et d'une strategie therapeutique. Ann Otol Laryngol. 1989;106:306-309.
  51. Danon MJ, Friedman M. Inclusion body myositis associated with progressive dysphagia: treatment with cricopharyngeal myotomy. Can J Neurol Sci. 1989;16:436-438.
  52. Dew LL, Casey L, Sabo S, Wetin A, Mafee MF, Friedman M, Cramer H. MR imaging and CT scan of abnormal parathyroid glands. Radiology. 1989;Suppl:173.
  53. Friedman M. Response to letter to the editor. Am J Surg. 1989;158:630.
  54. Friedman M, Mafee MF, Pacella BL, Strorigl T, Dew LL, Toriumi DM. The rationale for prophylactic neck dissection in 1990. Laryngoscope. 1990;100:54-59.
  55. Friedman M. Supraglottic laryngectomy: technique. Op Tech Otolaryngol Head Neck Surg. 1990;1:47-51.
  56. Friedman M. Editor's note. Op Tech Otolaryngol Head Neck Surg. 1990;1:1.
  57. Friedman M, Schild JA, Venkatesan TK. Platysma myocutaneous flap for repair of hypopharyngeal strictures. Ann Otol Rhinol Laryngol. 1990;99:945-950.
  58. Friedman M, Grybauskas MF, Chang D. Use of the inferiorly based platysma flap for hypopharyngeal reconstruction with laryngeal preservation. Op Tech Otolaryngol Head Neck Surg. 1990;1:2-5.
  59. Friedman M, Venkatesan TK, Sukerkar A. Hyoid osteomyelitis following the hyoid flap reconstruction for supraglottic laryngectomy. Op Tech Otolaryngol Head Neck Surg. 1990;1:79-80.
  60. Friedman M, Venkatesan TK. The difficult tracheostomy simplified. Op Tech Otolaryngol Head Neck Surg. 1990;1:71-72.
  61. Friedman M, Venkatesan TK. The dislodged tracheostomy tube: "finger tip" techniques. Op Tech Otolaryngol Head Neck Surg. 1990;1:73-74.
  62. Friedman M. Epiglottic reconstruction after near-total laryngectomy: an alternative approach. Op Tech Otolaryngol Head Neck Surg. 1990;1:21-22.
  63. Friedman M, Pacella BL Jr. Total versus subtotal thyroidectomy: arguments, approaches, and recommendations. Otolaryngol Clin North Am. 1990;23:413-427.
  64. Friedman M. Surgical management of thyroid carcinoma with laryngotracheal invasion. Otolaryngol Clin North Am. 1990;23:495-507.
  65. Toriumi DM, Raslane WF, Friedman M, Tardy ME. Histotoxicity of cyanoacrylate tissue adhesive: comparative study. Arch Otolaryngol Head Neck Surg. 1990;116:546-550.
  66. Friedman M. The otolaryngologist and sleep apnea: are we physicians or technicians? (editor's note). Op Tech Otolaryngol Head Neck Surg. 1991;2:55.
  67. Friedman M. Editorial. Op Tech Otolaryngol Head Neck Surg. 1991;2:149.
  68. Chow JM, Levine HL, Stankiewicz JA, Friedman M. Chronic nasal and paranasal sinus disorders. Op Tech Otolaryngol Head Neck Surg. 1991;2:202-205.
  69. Mafee MF, Capek V, Blend M, Renigers SA, Friedman M, Belmont H. Modern methodologies for differentiating thyroid masses. Semin Surg Oncol. 1991;7:67-75.
  70. Kirshenbaum KJ, Nadimpalli SR, Friedman M, Kirshenbaum GL, Cavallino RP. Benign lymphoepithelial parotid tumors in AIDS patients: CT and MRI findings in nine cases. AJNR Am J Neuroradiol. 1991;12:271-274.
  71. Friedman M, Roberts N, Kirshenbaum GL, Colombo J. Nodal size of metastatic squamous cell carcinoma of the neck. Laryngoscope. 1993;103:854-856.
  72. Ray CE, Mafee MF, Friedman M, Tahmoressi CN. Applications of three-dimensional CT imaging in head and neck pathology. Radiol Clin North Am. 1993;31:181-194.
  73. Friedman M, Mayer A. Laryngotracheal reconstruction in adults with the sternocleidomastoid myoperiosteal flap. Ann Otol Rhinol Laryngol. 1992;101:897-908.
  74. Friedman M, Toriumi DM, Mafee MF. Current concepts in the evaluation of thyroid nodules. In preparation.
  75. May M, Friedman M. Highlights of the First International Symposium on Contemporary Sinus Surgery. Op Tech Otolaryngol Head Neck Surg. 1991;2:213.
  76. Friedman M. Editorial. Op Tech Otolaryngol Head Neck Surg. 1992;3:1.
  77. Friedman M. Editorial. Op Tech Otolaryngol Head Neck Surg. 1992;3:73.
  78. Friedman M. Upper airway obstruction: an avoidable cause of death? Op Tech Otolaryngol Head Neck Surg. 1992;3:149.
  79. Friedman M, Colombo J. Sternocleidomastoid myoperiosteal flap for reconstruction of subglottic larynx and trachea. Op Tech Otolaryngol Head Neck Surg. 1992;3:202-205.
  80. Friedman M. Avoiding complications with the use of stents for laryngotracheal reconstruction. Op Tech Otolaryngol Head Neck Surg. 1992;3:206-207.
  81. Friedman M. Phonosurgery for vocal cord disorders. New Developments Med Drug Ther. January/February 1993:11-12.
  82. Schwaber MK, Friedman M. In memoriam. Op Tech Otolaryngol Head Neck Surg. 1992;3:213.
  83. Danon MJ, Friedman M. Inclusion body myositis with cricopharyngeus muscle involvement and severe dysphagia. Muscle Nerve. January 1992:115.
  84. Friedman M, Mafee M, Ray C, Venkatesan TK. Three-dimensional imaging for evaluation of head and neck tumors. Arch Otolaryngol Head Neck Surg. 1993;119:601-607.
  85. Friedman M, Danielzadeh JA, Caldarelli DD. Treatment of patients with carcinoma of the thyroid invading the airway. Arch Otolaryngol Head Neck Surg. 1994;120:1377-1381.
  86. Friedman M, Wernicke JF, Caldarelli DD. Safety and tolerability of the implantable recurrent laryngeal nerve stimulator. Laryngoscope. 1994;104:1240-1244.
  87. Friedman M, Brenski A, Taylor L. Treatment of aphthous ulcers in AIDS patients. Laryngoscope. 1994;104:566-570.
  88. Friedman M, Venkatesan TK. External laryngeal nerve preservation. Op Tech Otolaryngol Head Neck Surg. 1994;5:126-128.
  89. Friedman M. Editorial. Op Tech Otolaryngol Head Neck Surg. 1994;5:53.
  90. Friedman M, Venkatesan TK. Thyroidectomy technique for the large thyroid mass with substernal extension. Op Tech Otolaryngol Head Neck Surg. 1994;5:152-156.
  91. Friedman M, Cho HT, Paloyan E, Silver C. Treatment considerations in well-differentiated thyroid carcinoma. Op Tech Otolaryngol Head Neck Surg. 1994;5:203-209.
  92. Namon AJ, Friedman M. Current standards of diagnosis in thyroid disease. Op Tech Otolaryngol Head Neck Surg. 1994;5:143-146.
  93. Nimmagadda UR, Salem MR, Friedman M, Lenz RF. Acute management of unsuspected subglottic stenosis by tracheal dilation. Anesth Analg. 1995;80:841-843.
  94. Friedman M, Venkatesan TK, Caldarelli DD. The composite mucochondral flap for repair of cerebrospinal fluid leaks. Head Neck. 1995;17:414-418.
  95. Friedman M, Venkatesan TK, Caldarelli DD. Intralesional vinblastine for treating AIDS-associated Karposi's sarcoma of the oropharynx and larynx. Ann Otol Rhinol Laryngol. 1996;105:272-274.
  96. Friedman M, Caldarelli DD, Venkatesan TK, Pandit R, Lee Y. Endoscopic sinus surgery with middle turbinate resection: effects on olfaction. Laryngoscope. 1996;106:8:977-981.
  97. Friedman M, Venkatesan TK, Lang D, Caldarelli DD. Bupivacaine for postoperative analgesia following endoscopic sinus surgery. Laryngoscope. In 1996;106:1382-1385.
  98. Friedman M, Venkatesan TK, Caldarelli DD, Lazar A, Friedman Y. Percutaneous dilatational tracheostomy: applications and limitations. In preparation.
  99. Friedman M, Abemayor E, Myers E, Spiro R. Treatment considerations in salivary gland surgery. Op Tech Otolaryngol Head and Neck Surg. 1996;7:377-383.
  100. Friedman M, Caldarelli DD, Gray P, Venkatesan TK, Bloch I, Chawla P. Prognostic significance of BCL-2 expression in localized squamos cell carcinoma of the head and neck. Ann Otol Rhinol Laryngol. 1997;106:445-450.
  101. Friedman M, Lim J, Tanyeri H, Zohar, Y. Reconstruction of soft palate defects. Op Tech Otolaryngol Head and Neck Surg. 1998; 9:123-125.
  102. Friedman M, Lim J, Tanyeri H. Thyrohyoid suspension for correction of obstructive sleep apnea. Op Tech Otolaryngol Head and Neck Surg. 1998; 9:138-141.
  103. Friedman M, Lim J, Dickey W, Tanyeri H, Caldarelli D. Quantifications of lymph nodes in selective neck dissections. Laryngoscope. 1999;109:368-370.
  104. Friedman M, Tanyeri H, Landsberg R, Caldarelli D. Effects of middle turbinate medialization on olfaction. Laryngoscope. 1999;109:1442-1445.
  105. Friedman M, Venkatesan TK, Yakovlev A, Lim J, Tanyeri H, Caldarelli D. Early detection and treatment of postoperative pharyngocutaneous fistula. Otolaryngol Head and Neck Surg. 1999; 121:378-380.
  106. Friedman M, Tanyeri H, Lim J, Landsberg R, Caldarelli D. A safe, alternative technique for inferior turbinate reduction. Laryngoscope. 1999;109:1834-1837
  107. Friedman M, Tanyeri H, LaRosa M, Landsberg R, Vaidyanathan K, Pieri S, Caldarelli D. Clinical predictors of obstructive sleep apnea. Laryngoscope. 1999;109:1901-1907
  108. Friedman M, Tanyeri H, Lim J, Landsberg R, Vaidyanathan K, Caldarelli D. The effect of improved nasal breathing on obstructive sleep apnea. Otolaryngol Head and Neck Surg. 2000; 22:71-4
  109. Lim J, Friedman M, Tanyeri H, Lazar A, Caldarelli D. Experience with percutaneous dilational tracheostomy. Ann Otol Rhinol Laryngol. 2000; 109:791-796.
  110. Tanyeri H, Lim J, Friedman M, Caldarelli D. Exuberant nasal polyposis. Resident & Staff Physician. 2000;46:37-44.
  111. Friedman M, Landsberg R, Tanyeri H. Submucosal uvulopalatopharyngoplasty. Op Tech Otolaryngol Head and Neck Surg. 2000; 11:26-9.
  112. Friedman M, Landsberg R, Tanyeri H. Intraoperative and postoperative assessment of frontal sinus patency by transillumination. Laryngoscope. 2000; 110:683-4.
  113. Friedman M, Landsberg R, Tanyeri H. Middle turbinate medialization and preservation in endoscopic sinus surgery. Otolaryngol Head and Neck Surg. 2000: 123:76-80.
  114. Tanyeri H, Weisenberg E, Friedman M. Juvenile xanthogranuloma of the tongue. Otolaryngol Head and Neck Surg. 2000;123:641-2.
  115. Friedman M, Landsberg R, Tanyeri H, Schults R, Kelanic S, Caldarelli D. Endoscopic sinus surgery in patients infected with HIV. Laryngoscope. 2000; 110:1613-1616
  116. Friedman M, Landsberg R, Schults R, Tanyeri H, Caldarelli D. Frontal sinus surgery: Endoscopic technique and preliminary results. Am J Rhinol. 2000; 14:393-403.
  117. Friedman M, Tanyeri H, LaRosa M, Landsberg R, Vaidyanathan K, Pieri S, Caldarelli D. Clinical predictors of obstructive sleep apnea. Sleep Abstract Supplement #2. 2000, 23:A268.
  118. Friedman M, Lim J, Manders E, Schaffner A, Kirshenbaum G, Tanyeri H, Caldarelli D, Coon J. Prognostic significance of Bcl-2 and P53 expression in advanced laryngeal squamous cell carcinoma. Head Neck. 2001;23:280-285.
  119. Friedman M, Landsberg R. Frontal Sinus Surgery: Endoscopic Technique. Op Tech Otolaryngol Head and Neck Surg. 2001;12:60-65.
  120. Friedman M, Landsberg R. Middle Turbinate Medialization and Preservation in Endoscopic Sinus Surgery. Op Tech Otolaryngol Head and Neck Surg. 2001;12:66-68.
  121. Landsberg R, Friedman M, Ascher-Landsberg J. Treatment of Hypoxemia in Obstructive Sleep Apnea. Am J Rhinol. 2001;15:311-313.
  122. Friedman M, Landsberg R, Pryor S, Syed Z, Ibrahim H, Caldarelli D. The Occurrence of Sleep-Disordered Breathing Among Head and Neck Cancer Patients. Laryngoscope. 2001;111:1917:1919.
  123. Friedman M, Syed Z, Landsberg R. The Role of Nasal Obstruction and Nasal Surgery in the Pathogenesis and Treatment of Obstructive Sleep Apnea and Snoring. Current Opinion in Otolaryngology & Head and Neck Surgery. 2001;9:158-161.
  124. Landsberg R, Friedman M. A Computer-Assisted Anatomical Study of the Nasofrontal Region. Laryngoscope. 2001;111:2125-2130.
  125. Friedman M, Ibrahim H. Superior Laryngeal Nerve Identification and Preservation in Thyroidectomy [Abstract]. Lung Cancer 2001;34(Suppl 1):S51.
  126. Friedman M, Ibrahim H. Radiofrequency Tonsil and Adenoid Ablation. Op Tech Otolaryngol Head and Neck Surg. 2001;12:196-198.
  127. Friedman M, Ibrahim H. Superior Laryngeal Nerve Identification and Preservation in Thyroidectomy. Arch Otolaryngol Head Neck Surg. 2002;128:296-303.
  128. Friedman M, Ibrahim H, Bass L. Clinical Staging for Sleep-Disordered Breathing. Otolaryngol Head and Neck Surg. 2002;127:13-21.
  129. Friedman M, Ibrahim H, Syed Z. Nasal Valve Suspension: An Improved, Simplified Technique for Nasal Valve Collapse. Laryngoscope. 2003;113:381-85.
  130. Friedman M, LoSavio P, Ibrahim H, Ramakrishnan V. Radiofrequency tonsil reduction: safety, morbidity, and efficacy. Laryngoscope 2003;113:882-887.
  131. Friedman M, Ibrahim H, Ramakrishnan V. Inferior turbinate for repair of nasal septal performation. Laryngoscope. 2003;113:1425-1428.
  132. Friedman M, Ibrahim H, Lee G, Joseph NJ. Combined uvulopalatopharyngoplasty and radiofrequency tongue base reduction for treatment of obstructive sleep apnea/hypopnea syndrome. Otolaryngology Head Neck Surg. 2003;129:611-621.
  133. Anand V, Levine H, Friedman M, Krespi Y, Panje W, Schettino R, Stankiewicz J, Tichenor W, Kacker A, Horn C. Intravenous antibiotics for refractory rhinosinusitis in nonsurgical patients: Preliminary findings of a prospective study. Am J Rhinol 2003;17:363-367.
  134. Friedman M, Ibrahim H, Lowenthal S, Ramakrishnan V, Joseph NJ. Uvulopalatoplasty (UP2): A Modified Technique for Selected Patients. Laryngoscope 2004;114:441-449.
  135. Friedman M, Ibrahim H, Joseph NJ. Staging of Obstructive Sleep Apnea/Hypopnea Syndrome: A Guide to Appropriate Treatment. Laryngoscope 2004;114:454-459.
  136. Friedman M, Ibrahim H, Lee G, Joseph NJ. A Simplified Technique for Airway Correction at the Nasal Valve Area. Otolaryngology Head Neck Surg 2004;131:519-524
  137. Friedman M, Ibrahim HZ, Ramakrishnan V, Pomeranz J, Joseph NJ. Z-palatoplasty (ZPP): a technique for patients without tonsils. Otolaryngology Head Neck Surg 2004;131:89-100.
  138. Friedman M, Vidyasagar R, Bliznikas D, Joseph NJ. Intraoperative intact parathyroid hormone level monitoring as a guide to parathyroid reimplantation after thyroidectomy. Laryngoscope. 2005;115:34-8.
  139. Morrison LE, Jacobson KK, Friedman M, Schroeder JW, Coon JS. Aberrant EGFR and chromosome 7 associate with outcome in laryngeal cancer. Laryngoscope. 2005;115:1212-1218.
  140. Vidyasagar R, Friedman M, Ibrahim HZ, Bliznikas D, Joseph NJ. Inspiratory and Fixed Nasal Valve Collapse: Clinical and Rhinometric Assessment. Am J Rhinol 2005;19:370-374.
  141. Friedman M, Vidyasagar R, Bliznikas D, Joseph N. Does severity of obstructive sleep apnea/hypopnea syndrome predict uvulopalatopharyngoplasty outcome. Laryngoscope.2005;115:2109-2113.
  142. Friedman M. Sleep endoscopy versus modified Mallampati score for OSA and snoring. Laryngoscope. 2005;115:2072-3; author reply 2073-4.
  143. Friedman M, Vidyasagar R, Bliznikas D, Joseph NJ. Patient Selection and Efficacy of Pillar Implant Technique for Treatment of Snoring and Obstructive Sleep Apnea/Hypopnea Syndrome. Otolaryngol Head Neck Surg. 2006;134:187-196.
  144. Landsberg R, Segev Y, Friedman M, Fliss DM, Derowe A. A targeted endoscopic approach to chronic isolated frontal sinusitis. Otolaryngol Head Neck Surg. 2006;134:28-32.
  145. Rao V, Friedman M, August C. A Malignant Tumor Masquerading as a Benign Tumor: Oncocytic Variant of Acinic Cell Carcinoma. Advocate Hospital Journal (In Press).
  146. Friedman M, Bliznikas D, Vidyasagar R, Joseph NJ. Long-term results after endoscopic sinus surgery involving frontal recess dissection. Laryngoscope (In Press).
  147. Friedman M. Duggal, P, Joseph NJ. Revision uvulopalatoplasty by z-palatoplasty (ZPP). Otolaryngol Head Neck Surg (In Press).
  148. Friedman M, Bliznikas D, Klein M, Duggal P, Somenek M, Joseph NJ. Comparison of the incidences of obstructive sleep apnea/hypopnea syndrome in African-Americans vs. Caucasians. Otolaryngol Head Neck Surg (In Press).
  149. Friedman M, Vidyasagar R, Joseph NJ. A randomized, prospective, double-blind study on the efficacy of Dead Sea salt nasal Irrigations. Laryngoscope (In Press).
  150. Friedman M, Bliznikas D, Vidyasagar R, Woodson BT, Joseph NJ. Reduction of C-reactive protein with surgical treatment of obstructive sleep apnea hypopnea syndrome. Otolaryngol Head Neck Surg (In Press).

TEXTBOOK CHAPTERS

  1. Friedman M, Skolnik EM. Treatment of inverting papilloma. In: Current Therapy in Otolaryngology–Head and Neck Surgery. Trenton, NJ; B.C. Decker; 1982.
  2. Friedman M, Grybauskas VT, Mafee M, Skolnik EM. Computerized tomography in the diagnosis of head and neck diseases: a clinical approach. In: Current Therapy in Otolaryngology–Head and Neck Surgery. Trenton, NJ: B.C. Decker: 1985:109-120.
  3. Friedman M, Grybauskas VT. Reconstruction of the subglottic larynx: a clinical and experimental study. In: Myers EN, ed. New Dimensions in Otorhinolaryngology–Head and Neck Surgery. New York; Amsterdam; 1985:815.
  4. Friedman M, Grybauskas VT, Skolnik EM, Katz AH, Chillis T, Toriumi DM. The parietal occipital nape of neck flap: a myocutaneous flap for selected head and neck reconstruction. In: Year Book of Otolaryngology. Chicago, Ill: Year Book Medical Publishers Inc; 1987:227-338.
  5. Friedman M. Factors influencing parathyroid allotransplantation in rats. In: Year Book of Otolaryngology. Chicago, Ill: Year Book Medical Publishers Inc; 1987:176.
  6. Friedman M, Toriumi DM, Grybauskas VT. The bilobed deltopectoral advancement flap. In: Year Book of Otolaryngology. Chicago, Ill: Year Book Medical Publishers Inc; 1988:225-228.
  7. Friedman M, Grybauskas VT, Skolnik EM, Toriumi DM, Chillis T. The sternocleidomastoid myoperiosteal flap for reconstruction of the subglottic larynx. In: Year Book of Otolaryngology. Chicago, Ill: Year Book Medical Publishers Inc; 1988:233-234.
  8. Friedman M, Toriumi DM. Malignant diseases of the thyroid. In: Paparella MM, Shumrick DA, Gluckman JL, Meyerhoff WL, eds. Otolaryngology, III: Head and Neck. 3rd ed. Philadelphia, Pa: WB Saunders Company; 1991.
  9. Friedman M, Toriumi DM, Mafee MF, Strorigl T. The role of computed tomography scanning in evaluating the clinically negative neck. In: Fee W, et al, eds. Head and Neck Cancer, vol 2. Toronto: BC Decker; 1990.
  10. Friedman M. New pacing as it relates to phonatory surgery. In: Otolaryngology–Head and Neck Surgery. St. Louis, MO: CV Mosby Company; 1990.
  11. Friedman M. Rationale for evaluation and treatment of the neck. In: Ferlito A, ed. Neoplasms of the Larynx. London: Churchill Livingstone; 1993.
  12. Friedman M, Bruck C. Parathyroidectomy. In: Pillsbury HC III, Shockley WW, eds. The Neck: Diagnosis and Surgery. St. Louis, MO: Mosby-Year Book, Inc; 1993.
  13. Friedman M, Noble S. Blood conservation during head and neck surgery. In: Salem MR, ed. Blood Conservation in the Surgical Patient. Baltimore, MD: Williams & Wilkins; 1995.
  14. Friedman M, Caldarelli DD, Venkatesan TK. Laryngotracheal reconstruction in adults: experience with the sternocleidomastoid myoperiosteal flap. In: Smee R, Bridger GP, eds. Laryngeal Cancer. Amsterdam, The Netherlands, Elsevier Science Publishers; 1994:732-740.
  15. Friedman M. Thyroid Surgery. In: English GM, ed. Textbook in Otolaryngology–Head and Neck Surgery. Philadelphia, PA: JB Lippincott, 1997.
  16. Friedman M, Lim J. Advances in Molecular Biology. In: Bailey B, ed. Head & Neck Surgery–Otolaryngology, 3rd ed. Philadelphia, PA: Lippincott Williams & Wilkins; 2001.
  17. Friedman M, Tanyeri H, LaRosa M, Landsberg R, Vaidyanathan K, Pieri S, Caldarelli D. Clinical predictors of obstructive sleep apnea. In: Year Book of Medicine. St. Louis, MO: Mosby-Year Book Inc.; 2001.
  18. Friedman M, Syed Z, Landsberg R. The role of nasal obstruction and nasal surgery in the pathogenesis and treatment of obstructive sleep apnea and snoring. In: Current Opinion Otolaryngology & Head and Neck Surgery. Philadelphia, PA. Lippincott Williams & Wilkins; 2001.
  19. Friedman M, Tanyeri H, LaRosa M, Landsberg R, Vaidyanathan K, Pieri S, Caldarelli D. Clinical predictors of obstructive sleep apnea. In: Year Book of Pulmonary Disease. St. Louis, MO: Mosby-Year Book Inc.; 2001.
  20. Garcia-Buder S, Friedman M. Manifestations of untreated hyperparathyroidism. In: Pellitteri P, McCaffrey T, eds. Endocrine Surgery of the Head and Neck. San Diego, Calif. Singular Publishing Group, Inc. 2002.
  21. Friedman M. Surgical management of thyroid carcinoma with laryngotracheal invasion. In: Pellitteri P, McCaffrey T, eds. Endocrine Surgery of the Head and Neck. San Diego, CA: Singular Publishing Group, Inc. 2002.
  22. Landsberg J, Landsberg R, Friedman M. Thyroid and parathyroid disease in pregnancy. In: Pellitteri P, McCaffrey T, eds. Endocrine Surgery of the Head and Neck. San Diego, CA: Singular Publishing Group, Inc. 2002.
  23. Friedman M. Clinical staging: a guide to patient selection. In: Fairbanks DN, Mickelson SA, Woodson BT, eds. Snoring and Obstructive Sleep Apnea, 3rd ed. Philadelphia, PA. Lippincott Williams & Wilkins. 2002.
  24. Friedman M, Ibrahim H, Bass L. Clinical staging for sleep-disordered breathing. In: Yearbook of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery. St. Louis, MO: Mosby-Yearbook, Inc. 2003.
  25. Friedman M, Landsberg R, Chiampas G. Evacuation and packing of a nasal septal hematoma. In: Reichman E, Simon R, eds. Emergency Medicine Procedures. New York, NY: McGraw-Hill; 2003.
  26. Friedman M, Mafee M, Ray C, Venkatesan TK. Three-dimensional imaging for evaluation of head and neck tumors. In: Year Book of Otolaryngology–Head and Neck Surgery. St. Louis, MO: Mosby–Year Book, Inc. (In Press)
  27. Friedman M, Caldarelli DD, Bloch I, Coon J. Advances in molecular biology. BCL-2 Expression in localized squamous cell carcinoma of the head and neck-a possible prognostic indicator. Lippincott. (In Press).
  28. Friedman M. Clinical staging of obstructive sleep apnea. In: Terris DJ, Goode RL. Surgical Management of Sleep Apnea and Snoring. New York: Marcel Dekker, Inc. (In Press).
  29. Friedman M, Vidyasagar R. Surgical management of septal deformity, turbinate hypertrophy, nasal valve collapse and choanal atresia. In Bailey & Johnson. Head & Neck Surgery—Otolaryngology, Lippincott Williams & Wilkins.

TEXTBOOKS

  1. Friedman M. Operative Techniques in Head and Neck Surgery. St Louis, MO: CV Mosby Company. In preparation.
  2. Friedman M, et al, eds. Laryngeal Reconstruction. New York, NY: Thieme. In preparation.

EDITORSHIPS

  1. Friedman M, Editor-in-Chief. Operative Techniques in Otolaryngology–Head and Neck Surgery, published quarterly since March 1990, by WB Saunders Company.
  2. Friedman M, Editorial Review Board, The Laryngoscope.
  3. Friedman M, Editorial Review Panel, Otolaryngology–Head and Neck Surgery
  4. Friedman M, guest editor. Nonsquamous tumors of the head and neck. Otolaryngol Clin North Am. August 1986.
  5. Friedman M, guest editor. Nonsquamous tumors of the head and neck. Otolaryngol Clin North Am. November 1986.
  6. Friedman M, guest editor. Endoscopic sinus surgery. Otolaryngol Clin North Am. August 1989.
  7. Friedman M, guest editor. Laryngeal surgery. Op Tech Otolaryngol–Head Neck Surg. April 1990.
  8. Friedman M, guest editor. Laryngeal reconstruction. Op Tech Otolaryngol–Head Neck Surg. September 1992.
  9. Friedman M, guest editor. Endocrine tumors of the head and neck. Op Tech Otolaryngol–Head Neck Surg. June and September 1994.
  10. Friedman, M, guest editor. Laryngeal and tracheal surgery. Op Tech Otolaryngol–Head Neck Surg. September 1997.
  11. Friedman, M, guest editor. Laryngeal surgery. Op Tech Otolaryngol–Head Neck Surg. September 1998.
  12. Friedman, M, International Editorial Board. Otolaryngology—Head & Neck Surgery. Lippincott Williams & Wilkins, 2004-

PRESENTATIONS

1974

  • Complications and adverse effects of the use of positive end expiratory pressure ventilation. Presented at the Illinois State Surgical Society meeting, Lake Geneva, Wisconsin.

1976

  • Tumors of the major salivary glands. Presented at the Triological Society meeting, Palm Beach, Florida.
  • Ear, nose and throat emergencies. Presented at the Fifth Annual Illinois Combined Scientific Assembly, Chicago.
  • Thyroid and parathyroid surgery. Presented at Grand Rounds, Department of Surgery, Illinois Masonic Medical Center, Chicago.

1980

  • Thyroid carcinoma. Presented at the Triological Society meeting, Palm Beach, Florida.
  • Thyroid and parathyroid surgery. Presented at Grand Rounds, Department of Surgery, Illinois Masonic Medical Center, Chicago.

1981

  • Laryngeal injuries secondary to nasogastric tubes. Presented at the Triological Society meeting, Vancouver, British Columbia.
  • Head and neck cancer. Course director, Illinois Masonic Medical Center, Chicago.
  • Head and neck tumors. Presented at the Department of Surgery, Augustana Hospital, Chicago.
  • Thyroid and parathyroid surgery. Presented at Grand Rounds, Department of Surgery, Illinois Masonic Medical Center, Chicago.

1982

  • Laryngeal invasion by thyroid carcinoma. Presented at the American Laryngological Association meeting, Palm Beach, Florida.
  • Parathyroid localization by computed tomographic scanning. Presented at the American Society for Head and Neck Surgery, Palm Beach, Florida.
  • Head and neck reconstruction. Presented at the Annual Otolaryngologic Assembly, University of Illinois, Chicago.
  • Mandibular reconstruction. Presented at the Annual Otolaryngologic Assembly, University of Illinois, Chicago.
  • Thyroid and parathyroid surgery. Presented at Grand Rounds, Department of Surgery, Illinois Masonic Medical Center.
  • Head and neck reconstruction. Presented at the Department of Surgery, Weiss Memorial Hospital, Chicago.
  • Emergencies in head and neck surgery. Presented at the Combined Scientific Assembly, Chicago.
  • Head and neck tumors and sinus diseases. Presented at the Illinois Academy of Family Physicians in Harvey, Springfield, Oak Lawn, Rock Island, Hinsdale, Mattoon, Evergreen Park, and Chicago.

1983

  • Metastatic neck disease: evaluation by computed tomography. Presented at the American Society for Head and Neck Surgery, Palm Springs, California.
  • Congenital anomalies of the larynx and trachea. Presented at the Midwest Pediatric Anesthesia Conference, Chicago.
  • Recent advances in head and neck CT: a clinician's perspective. Sponsored by the General Electric Company, Chicago.
  • Reconstructive surgery with myocutaneous flaps. Presented at the Annual Otolaryngologic Assembly, University of Illinois, Chicago.
  • Thyroid and parathyroid surgery. Presented at Grand Rounds, Department of Surgery, Illinois Masonic Medical Center.
  • Anesthesia for ENT surgery. Presented at the Department of Anesthesia, Illinois Masonic Medical Center.

1984

  • Conservation neck dissection. Presented by coauthor at the Triological Society meeting, Palm Beach, Florida.
  • The parietal occipital nape of neck flap: a new myocutaneous flap for selected head and neck reconstruction. Presented by coauthor at the American Academy for Facial Plastic Surgery, Palm Beach, Florida.
  • Combined medical and surgical treatment for correction of the nasal airway. Presented at The Nose '84: An International Symposium on Nasal Physiology and Surgery, Chicago,
  • Computerized tomography in diagnosis of head and neck diseases. Presented at the International Conference on Head and Neck Cancer sponsored by the Society of Head and Neck Surgeons and the American Society for Head and Neck Surgery, Baltimore, Maryland.
  • Reconstruction of the canine subglottic larynx by myoperiosteal flaps. Presented at the International Conference on Head and Neck Cancer sponsored by the Society of Head and Neck Surgeons and the American Society for Head and Neck Surgery, Baltimore, Maryland.
  • Salivary gland tumors. Presented at the Annual Otolaryngologic Assembly, University of Illinois, Chicago.
  • Reconstructive surgery with myocutaneous flaps. Presented at the Annual Otolaryngologic Assembly, University of Illinois, Chicago.
  • Thyroid and parathyroid surgery. Presented at Grand Rounds, Department of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, University of Illinois, Chicago.
  • ENT soft tissue injuries. Presented at Grand Rounds, Department of Emergency Medicine, Illinois Masonic Medical Center, Chicago.
  • Options for rehabilitation after laryngectomy. Presented at the Speech and Language Department, Swedish Covenant Hospital, Chicago.

1985

  • Repair of subglottic stenosis with sternocleidomastoid myoperiosteal flaps. Presented at the 13th World Congress of Otorhinolaryngology, Miami Beach, Florida.
  • The difficult airway. Presented at the Annual Critical Care Update, sponsored by the Department of Anesthesia, Illinois Masonic Medical Center, Chicago.
  • ENT emergencies. Presented at the Illinois Academy of Physician Assistants Midwest Regional Physician Assistant Conference, Chicago.
  • Head and neck tumors. Presented at the Ambulatory Care Conference, Illinois Masonic Medical Center, Chicago.

1986

  • Thyroid carcinoma. Presented at the Department of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, Loyola University Medical Center, Maywood, Illinois.
  • Parotid tumors. Presented at Grand Rounds, Department of Surgery, Illinois Masonic Medical Center, Chicago.
  • Physical diagnosis of ear and nose diseases. Presented at Illinois Masonic Medical Center, Chicago.
  • Multiple primary tumors of the head and neck: a multifactorial analysis. Presented at the Triological Society meeting, Palm Beach, Florida.
  • Factors influencing parathyroid allotransplantation in rats. Presented at the Triological Society meeting, Palm Beach, Florida.
  • Salivary gland tumors. Presented at the Annual Otolaryngologic Assembly, University of Illinois, Chicago.
  • Reconstructive surgery with cutaneous and myocutaneous flaps. Presented at the Annual Otolaryngologic Assembly, University of Illinois, Chicago.
  • Diagnostic imaging for evaluation of tumors of the nasopharynx, skull base, and neck with clinical correlation. Presented at the American Academy of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, San Antonio, Texas.

1987

  • The sternocleidomastoid myoperiosteal flap for esophagopharyngeal reconstruction and fistula repair. Presented at the Triological Society meeting, Denver, Colorado.
  • Treatment of spastic dysphonia without nerve section. Presented at the American Laryngological Society, Denver, Colorado.
  • Diagnostic imaging for evaluation of tumors of the nasopharynx, skull base, and neck, with clinical correlation. Presented at the American Academy of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, Chicago.
  • Practical and innovative solutions to difficult reconstructive problems. Presented at the American Academy of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, Chicago.
  • Vocal cord paralysis following general anesthesia. Presented at the Anesthesia Study Commission, Chicago.

1988

  • Treatment of spastic dysphonia without nerve resection: 1988 update. Presented at the American Laryngological Society, Palm Beach, Florida.
  • The role of CT scanning for the evaluation of the clinically negative neck. Presented at the Second International Conference on Head and Neck Cancer, Boston, Massachusetts.
  • Management of thyroid carcinoma with laryngotracheal invasion. Presented at the Second International Conference on Head and Neck Cancer, Boston, Massachusetts.
  • Practical and innovative solutions to difficult reconstructive problems. Presented at the American Academy of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, Washington, DC.
  • Diagnostic imaging: a clinician's viewpoint. Presented at the American Academy of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, Washington, DC.
  • Endoscopic sinus surgery. Presented at the American Academy of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, Washington, DC.
  • Diagnostic imaging: a clinician's viewpoint. Presented at Ambulatory Care Grand Rounds, Illinois Masonic Medical Center, Chicago.

1989

  • Sternocleidomastoid myoperiosteal flap for tracheal and subglottic reconstruction. Presented at the American Academy of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Toronto, Canada.
  • The rationale for prophylactic neck dissection. Presented at the Triological Society meeting, San Francisco, California.
  • Practical and innovative solutions to difficult reconstructive problems. Presented at the Fifth International Symposium of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery of the Head and Neck, Toronto, Canada.
  • Practical and innovative solutions to difficult reconstructive problems. Presented at the American Academy of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, New Orleans, Louisiana.
  • Diagnostic imaging: a clinician's viewpoint. Presented at the American Academy of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, New Orleans, Louisiana.
  • Endoscopic sinus surgery. Presented at the American Academy of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, New Orleans, Louisiana.
  • MR imaging and CT scan of abnormal parathyroid glands. Presented at the Radiological Society of North America scientific program.
  • The dislodged tracheostomy tube. Presented at Rush-Presbyterian-St. Luke's Medical Center, Chicago.
  • A biased view of thyroid surgery. Presented at Grand Rounds, Department of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, University of Illinois, Chicago.
  • A biased view of thyroid surgery. Presented at Grand Rounds, Illinois Masonic Medical Center, Chicago.

1990

  • Reconstruction of the lye-burned larynx with platysma myocutaneous flap. Presented at the American Laryngological Society, Palm Beach, Florida.
  • Guest faculty, First International Symposium: Contemporary Sinus Surgery, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.
  • Anterior skull base surgery. Presented as invited faculty at Israel Otolaryngology Association, Petah-Tiqva, Israel.
  • Paranasal sinus malignancy. Presented as invited faculty at Israel Otolaryngology Association, Petah-Tiqva, Israel.
  • Laryngeal invasion by thyroid carcinoma. Presented as invited lecturer at Ichilov, Tel Aviv, Israel.
  • Facial nerve: evaluation with MR imaging and CT. Presented as poster exhibit at the Radiological Society of North America annual meeting, Chicago.
  • The surgeon's approach to the difficult airway. Presented at the fall meeting of the Illinois Society of Anesthesiologists, Rush Medical College, Chicago.

1991

  • The clinically negative neck. Presented at Grand Rounds, Department of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, Loyola University Medical Center, Maywood, Illinois.
  • Endoscopic sinus surgery. Presented as course instructor at the Department of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, Loyola University Medical Center, Maywood, Illinois.
  • Myocutaneous flaps for head and neck reconstruction. Presented at Medical Staff Rounds, Illinois Masonic Medical Center, Chicago.
  • Thyroid surgery. Presented at Medical Grand Rounds, Rush-Presbyterian-St. Luke's Medical Center, Chicago.
  • 3-D imaging for evaluation of head and neck tumors. Presented at the Triological Society meeting, Waikoloa, Hawaii.
  • Pedicled flaps in laryngotracheal reconstruction. Presented at the International Conference on Laryngeal and Tracheal Reconstruction, Cleveland, Ohio.
  • Open surgical management of laryngotracheal stenosis. Presented at the International Conference on Laryngeal and Tracheal Reconstruction, Cleveland, Ohio.
  • Guest faculty, International Conference on Laryngeal and Tracheal Reconstruction, Cleveland, Ohio.
  • Practical and innovative solutions to difficult reconstructive problems. Presented at the American Academy of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, Washington, DC.
  • Diagnostic imaging: a clinician's viewpoint. Presented at the American Academy of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, Washington, DC.
  • Endoscopic sinus surgery. Presented at the American Academy of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, Washington, DC.
  • Control of RLN with implantable nerve stimulator in spastic dysphonia. Presented at the Fourth Annual Pacific Voice Conference, San Francisco, California.
  • Well-differentiated thyroid carcinoma invading the airway: management and reconstruction. Presented at the International Symposium on Head and Neck Cancer: Surgical Treatment, Reconstruction, Irradiation and Chemotherapy, Jerusalem, Israel.

1992

  • Guest faculty, High Altitude Ski Meeting for Sinus Surgeons, Vail, Colorado.
  • Surgery of the parotid gland. Presented at Rush-Presbyterian-St. Luke's Medical Center, Chicago.
  • Surgery of the thyroid and parathyroid. Presented at Rush-Presbyterian-St. Luke's Medical Center, Chicago.
  • Three-dimensional imaging: a new technique for diagnosing head and neck cancer. Presented at Illinois Masonic Medical Center Department of Surgery Grand Rounds.
  • Management of acute recurrent laryngeal nerve injury. Presented at the International Association of Phonosurgeons, Amsterdam, the Netherlands.
  • The implantable nerve stimulator for treatment of spastic dysphonia. Presented at the International Association of Phonosurgeons, Amsterdam, the Netherlands.
  • Nodal size of metastatic squamous cell carcinoma of the neck. Presented at the Triological Society meeting, Desert Springs, California.
  • Laryngotracheal reconstruction in adults: experience with the sternocleidomastoid myoperiosteal flap. Presented at the American Broncho-Esophagological Association meeting, Desert Springs, California.
  • Electrical stimulation. Presented at the Second Biennial Phonosurgery Symposium, Madison, Wisconsin.
  • Guest faculty, Evaluation and Surgery of Head and Neck Endocrine Tumors, NYU Medical Center, New York, New York.
  • Treatment of patients with carcinoma of the thyroid invading the airway. Presented at the Third International Conference on Head and Neck Cancer, San Francisco, California.
  • Nodal size of metastatic squamous cell carcinoma of the neck. Presented at the Third International Conference on Head and Neck Cancer, San Francisco, California.
  • Treatment of the N0 neck. Presented at the Third International Conference on Head and Neck Cancer, San Francisco, California.
  • Practical approaches to laryngotracheal reconstruction. Presented at the American Academy of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery annual meeting, Washington, DC.
  • Radiologic evaluation of head and neck tumors. Presented at the American Academy of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery annual meeting, Washington, DC.
  • Thyroid surgery. Presented at the Illinois Masonic Medical Center Department of Surgery Grand Rounds, Chicago.

1993

  • Thyroid and parathyroid surgery. Presented as visiting professor, Ohio State University Grand Rounds, Columbus.
  • Treatment of thyroid carcinoma invading the airway. Presented to Ohio State Laryngological Society, Columbus.
  • Sinus surgery. Presented to Rush-Presbyterian-St. Luke's Medical Center Department of Plastic Surgery, Chicago.
  • Medical management of frontal sinusitis. Presented at the Second High Altitude Ski Meeting for Sinus Surgeons, Vail, Colorado.
  • Guest faculty, Second High Altitude Ski Meeting for Sinus Surgeons, Vail, Colorado.
  • Safety and efficacy of the implantable recurrent laryngeal nerve stimulator. Presented at the annual meeting of the American Laryngological, Rhinological and Otological Society, Los Angeles, Calif.
  • Treatment of aphthous ulcers in AIDS patients. Presented at the annual meeting of the American Laryngological, Rhinological and Otological Society, Los Angeles, Calif.
  • Treatment of patients with carcinoma of the thyroid invading the airway. Presented at the XV World Congress of Otorhinolaryngology, Head and Neck Surgery, Istanbul, Turkey.

1994

  • The composite mucochondral flap for repair of cerebrospinal fluid leaks. Presented as an abstract at the Eastern Section Meeting of the American Laryngological, Rhinological and Otological Society, Ottawa, Ontario, Canada.
  • The composite mucochondral flap for repair of cerebrospinal fluid leaks. Presented at the International Symposium on Rhinology and Sinus Surgery, New York, New York.
  • Laryngotracheal reconstruction in adults: experience with the sternocleidomastoid myoperiosteal flap. Presented at the Second World Congress on Laryngeal Cancer, Sydney, Australia.
  • Treatment of patients with carcinoma of the thyroid invading the airway. Presented at the Second World Congress on Laryngeal Cancer, Sydney, Australia.
  • Control of the recurrent laryngeal nerve with an implantable nerve stimulator. Presented at the Second World Congress on Laryngeal Cancer, Sydney, Australia.
  • Laryngotracheal reconstruction in adults with the sternocleidomastoid myoperiosteal flap. Presented as a poster at Rush University Research Week, Chicago, Illinois.
  • Treatment of patients with carcinoma of the thyroid invading the airway. Presented as a poster at Rush University Research Week, Chicago, Illinois.
  • Director, First Annual Techniques in Head and Neck Surgery–Otolaryngology: The Course, Chicago, Illinois.

1995

  • Percutaneous dilatational tracheostomy: applications and limitations. Presented at the Middle Section Meeting of the American Laryngological, Rhinological and Otological Society, Omaha, Nebraska.
  • Intralesional vinblastine for treating AIDS-associated Karposi's sarcoma of the oropharynx and larynx. Presented at the Annual Meeting of the American Broncho-Esophagological Association, Palm Desert, California.
  • Endoscopic sinus surgery with middle turbinate resection: effects on olfaction. Presented at the Annual Meeting of the American Laryngological, Rhinological and Otological Society, Palm Desert, California.
  • Director, Second Annual Techniques in Head and Neck Surgery–Otolaryngology: The Course, Chicago, Illinois.
  • Head and neck trauma: the otolaryngologist's perspective. Presented at the American Academy of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery annual meeting, New Orleans, Louisiana.
  • Coronal section CT scan: clinical and anatomic correlation with ESS. Presented at the American Academy of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery annual meeting, New Orleans, Louisiana.

1996

  • Bupivacaine for analgesia following endoscopic sinus surgery. Presented at the Middle Section Meeting of the American Laryngological, Rhinological and Otological Society, Detroit, Michigan.
  • Bcl-2 oncogene expression in T1 squamous cell carcinoma of the head and neck. Presented at the Annual Meeting of the American Laryngological Association, Orlando, Florida.
  • Associate Director, Second International Symposium on Laryngeal and Tracheal Reconstruction, Monte Carlo, Monaco.
  • Percutaneous dilatational tracheostomy: applications and limitations. Presented at the Second International Symposium on Laryngeal and Tracheal Reconstruction, Monte Carlo, Monaco.
  • Nasagastric tube injuries to the larynx. Presented at the Second International Symposium on Laryngeal and Tracheal Reconstruction, Monte Carlo, Monaco.
  • The sternocleidomastoid myoperiosteal flap for laryngeal and subglottic reconstruction. Presented at the Second International Symposium on Laryngeal and Tracheal Reconstruction, Monte Carlo, Monaco.
  • Director, Third Annual Techniques in Head and Neck Surgery–Otolaryngology: The Course, Chicago, Illinois.
  • Moderator, Panel on staging of glottic and subglottic stenosis, Third Annual Techniques in Head and Neck Surgery–Otolaryngology: The Course, Chicago, Illinois.
  • Moderator, Panel on stents in laryngotracheal and esophageal reconstruction, Third Annual Techniques in Head and Neck Surgery–Otolaryngology: The Course, Chicago, Illinois.
  • Moderator, Panel on safe cosmetic procedures for the general otolaryngologist, Third Annual Techniques in Head and Neck Surgery–Otolaryngology: The Course, Chicago, Illinois.
  • Moderator, Panel on Reconstruction of Facial Defects, Third Annual Techniques in Head and Neck Surgery–Otolaryngology: The Course, Chicago, Illinois.
  • Leader, Workshop on Thyroidectomy and parathyroidectomy, Third Annual Techniques in Head and Neck Surgery–Otolaryngology: The Course, Chicago, Illinois.
  • Leader, Workshop on management of CSF leaks, Third Annual Techniques in Head and Neck Surgery–Otolaryngology: The Course, Chicago, Illinois.
  • Leader, Workshop on total spenoethmoidectomy, Third Annual Techniques in Head and Neck Surgery–Otolaryngology: The Course, Chicago, Illinois.
  • Co-leader, Workshop on laryngotracheal reconstruction, Third Annual Techniques in Head and Neck Surgery–Otolaryngology: The Course, Chicago, Illinois.
  • Electrical stimulation of crushed recurrent laryngeal nerves in dogs. To be presented at the Fourth International Conference on Head and Neck Cancer, Toronto, Ontario, Canada.
  • Radiologic diagnosis for endoscopic sinus disease. Presented at the Academy of Otolarynoglogy Annual Meeting.

1997

  • Chaired the Annual Editorial Board Meeting of "Op Tech in Otolaryngol and Head and Neck Surgery” at the Combined Otolaryngology meeting, Phoenix, Arizona.
  • Director, Fourth Annual Techniques in Head and Neck Surgery-Otolaryngology: The Course, Chicago, Illinois.
  • Leader, Workshop on Laryngotracheal reconstruction. Fourth Annual Techniques in Head and Neck Surgery-Otolaryngology: The Course, Chicago, Illinois.
  • Leader, Workshop on Thyroidectomy and parathyroidectomy, Fourth Annual Techniques in Head and Neck Surgery-Otolaryngology: The Course, Chicago, Illinois.
  • Laser Turbinoplasty: A histologic study. Presented at the Middle Section Meeting of the Triological Society, Kansas City, Missouri.
  • Parathyroid Cryopreservation. Presented at the 83rd Annual Clinical Congress of the American College of Surgeons, Chicago, Illinois.
  • Controversies in parathyroid surgery (Interdisciplinary). Presented at the American College of Surgeons, Clinical Congress, Chicago, Illinois.
  • Early detection and treatment of post operative pharyngocutaneous fistulae. Presented at the American Academy of Otolaryngology, San Francisco, California.
  • Radiologic diagnosis for endoscopic sinus surgery. Presented at the Academy of Otorhinolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, San Francisco, California.

1998

  • Quantifications of lymph nodes in selective neck dissections. Presented at the Triological Society meeting, Minneapolis, Minnesota, January 24-25, 1998
  • Thyroid/parathyroid Surgery. Presented at the Innovation in Otolaryngology/Head and Neck Surgery. Conference held in Sun Valley, Idaho, February 9-13, 1998.
  • Prognostic significance of BCL-2 expression in advanced laryngeal squamous cell carcinoma. Presented at the annual meeting of the American Laryngological Assc., Palm Beach, Florida, May 9-10, 1998
  • Percutaneous tracheostomy-a superior technique. Presented at the American Brocho-Esophagological Society at combined spring Otorhinolaryngology meetings, Palm Beach Florida, May 10-12, 1998.
  • Laryngotracheal reconstruction with the myoperiosteal flap-long term results. Presented at the American Brocho-Esophagological Society at combined spring otorhinolaryngology meetings, Palm Beach, Florida, May 10-12, 1998.
  • Chaired the annual Editorial Board Meeting of Operative Techniques in Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery at combined spring Otorhinolaryngology meeting in Palm Springs, California, May, 1998
  • Director, Fifth Annual Techniques in Head and Neck Surgery-Otolaryngology: The Course, Chicago, Illinois.
  • Advanced endoscopic sinus technique. Presented at the Fifth Annual Techniques in Head and Neck Surgery-Otolaryngology: The Course, Chicago, Illinois, June 4-7, 1998.
  • Advanced surgery for obstructive sleep apnea. Presented at the Fifth Annual Techniques in Head and Neck Surgery-Otolaryngology: The Course, Chicago, Illinois, June 4-7, 1998.
  • Interpretation of sleep studies. Presented at the Fifth Annual Techniques in Head and Neck Surgery-Otolaryngology: The Course, Chicago, Illinois, June 4-7, 1998.
  • The effect of improved nasal breathing on obstructive sleep apnea. Presented at the Scientific session of the American Academy of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery. September 12-15, 1998, San Antonio, Texas.
  • Microdebrider technique for turbinate reduction. Presented at the American Rhinologic Society, September 12, 1998, San Antonio, Texas.

1999

  • The effects of middle turbinate medialization on olfaction. Presented at the Triological Society Middle Section Meeting, January 22-24, 1999, Milwaukee, Wisconsin.
  • Clinical predictors of obstructive sleep apnea. Presented at the Triological Society Annual Meeting, April 28, 1999, Palm Desert, California.
  • Director, Sixth Annual Techniques in Head and Neck Surgery – Otolaryngology: The Course, June 3-6, 1999, Chicago, Illinois.
  • Thyro-hyoid suspension for obstructive sleep apnea. Presented at the Sixth Annual Techniques in Head and Neck Surgery – Otolaryngology: The Course, June 3-6, 1999 Chicago, Illinois.
  • Uvulopalatopharyngoplasty — A new & improved technique. Presented at the Sixth Annual Techniques in Head and Neck Surgery – Otolaryngology: The Course, June 3-6, 1999 Chicago, Illinois.
  • Simplified frontal sinus surgery. Presented at the Sixth Annual Techniques in Head and Neck Surgery – Otolaryngology: The Course, June 3-6, 1999 Chicago, Illinois.
  • Advanced Endoscopic Techniques. Presented at the Sixth Annual Techniques in Head and Neck Surgery-Otolaryngology: The Course, June 3-6, 1999 Chicago, Illinois.
  • Refinements in office and surgical techniques. Presented at the Ninth Annual New Jersey Medical School Division of Otolaryngology – Head & Neck Surgery Alumni Day Symposium, June 16, 199, Newark, New Jersey
  • The otolaryngologist as a sleep specialist: Taking control of sleep apnea patients. Presented at the Ninth Annual New Jersey Medical School Division of Otolaryngology – Head & Neck Surgery Alumni Day Symposium, June 16, 199, Newark, New Jersey
  • Frontal sinus surgery: A simplified technique and results. Presented at the American Rhinologic Society, September 25, 1999, New Orleans, Louisiana.
  • Middle turbinate medialization and preservation in ESS. Presented at the American Academy of Otolaryngology – Head and Neck Surgery, September 26-29, New Orleans, Louisiana.
  • Quantifiable Physical Findings in Obstructive Sleep Apnea. Poster presented at the American Academy of Otolaryngology – Head and Neck Surgery, September 26-29, New Orleans, Louisiana.
  • Instructor, Course on Comprehensive management of obstructive sleep apnea and snoring at the American Academy of Otolaryngology – Head and Neck Surgery, September 26-29, New Orleans, Louisiana.
  • International Conference of Endoscopic Sinus Surgery, December 1-3, 1999, Israel.

2000

  • Endoscopic sinus surgery in HIV-positive patients. Presented at the Triological Society Middle Section Meeting, January 21-23, 2000, Cincinnati, Ohio.
  • Obstructive Sleep Apnea. Presented at the University of California, Irvine, February 16, 2000, Irvine, California.
  • Advanced Endoscopic Techniques. Presented at the University of California, Irvine, February 16, 2000, Irvine, California.
  • Thyroid Nodule. Presented at the Chicago Medical Society's Midwest Clinical Conference, February 25, 2000, Chicago, Illinois
  • Frontal sinusitis surgical techniques for frontal sinus surgery. Presented at the Annual Sinus Care Summit, April 2000, Orlando, Florida.
  • Treatment of hypoxemia in obstructive sleep apnea. Presented at the American Rhinologic Society Spring Meeting (COSM), May 15-16, 2000, Orlando, Florida.
  • Director, Seventh Annual Techniques in Head and Neck Surgery – Otolaryngology: The Course, June 1-4, 2000, Chicago, Illinois.
  • Office Esophagoscopy. Presented at the Seventh Annual Techniques in Head and Neck Surgery – Otolaryngology: The Course, June 1-4, 2000 Chicago, Illinois.
  • Reconstruction After Hemilaryngectomy – False Cord Advancement Presented at the Seventh Annual Techniques in Head and Neck Surgery – Otolaryngology: The Course, June 1-4, 2000 Chicago, Illinois.
  • Reading Polysomnograms – The Otolaryngologist's Perspective. Presented at the Seventh Annual Techniques in Head and Neck Surgery – Otolaryngology: The Course, June 1-4, 2000 Chicago, Illinois.
  • Simplified Frontal Sinus Surgery. Presented at the Seventh Annual Techniques in Head and Neck Surgery – Otolaryngology: The Course, June 1-4, 2000 Chicago, Illinois.
  • Transnasal Ligation of Internal Maxillary Artery. Presented at the Seventh Annual Techniques in Head and Neck Surgery – Otolaryngology: The Course, June 1-4, 2000 Chicago, Illinois.
  • Nasal Valve Repair. Presented at the Seventh Annual Techniques in Head and Neck Surgery – Otolaryngology: The Course, June 1-4, 2000 Chicago, Illinois.
  • Medial Maxillectomy. Presented at the Seventh Annual Techniques in Head and Neck Surgery – Otolaryngology: The Course, June 1-4, 2000 Chicago, Illinois.
  • CSF Repair. Presented at the Seventh Annual Techniques in Head and Neck Surgery – Otolaryngology: The Course, June 1-4, 2000 Chicago, Illinois.
  • The Effect of Improved Nasal Breathing on OSA. Poster presented at the Associated Professional Sleep Societies (APSS) Annual Meeting; June 19, 2000
  • Clinical Predictors of OSA. Poster presented at the Associated Professional Sleep Societies (APSS) Annual Meeting; June 20, 2000
  • The Frontal Sinus: Indications and Results of Therapeutic and Prophylactic Surgery. Presented at the International Rhinologic Society (The Nose 2000…and Beyond), September 20-23, 2000
  • Frontal Sinus Surgery for Every Endoscopic Surgeon. Instruction course presented at the American Academy of Otolaryngology – Head and Neck Surgery, September 24-27, 2000
  • Comprehensive Management of Obstructive Sleep Apnea and Snoring. Instruction course presented at the American Academy of Otolaryngology – Head and Neck Surgery, September 24-27, 2000
  • Coronal Section CT Scan and Anatomic Clinical Correlation for ESS. Instruction course presented at the American Academy of Otolaryngology – Head and Neck Surgery, September 24-27, 2000

2001

  • Obstructive Sleep Apnea — A Complication of Radiation and Surgical Treatment for Head and Neck Cancer. Presented at the Middle Section Meeting of the Triological Society, January 19-21, 2001
  • A Computer-Assisted Anatomical Study of the Frontal Recess. Presented at the Annual Meeting of the Triological Society (COSM), May 14-16, 2001
  • Superior Laryngeal Nerve Identification and Preservation in Thyroidectomy. Presented at the Annual Meeting of the American Head and Neck Society (COSM), May 14-16, 2001
  • Director, Eighth Annual Techniques in Head and Neck Surgery – Otolaryngology: The Course, June 1-3, 2001, Chicago, Illinois.
  • Interpreting the Interpretation of Sleep Studies. Presented at the Eighth Annual Techniques in Head and Neck Surgery – Otolaryngology: The Course, June 1-3, 2001 Chicago, Illinois.
  • Frontal Sinus Anatomy and Technique. Presented at the Eighth Annual Techniques in Head and Neck Surgery – Otolaryngology: The Course, June 1-3, 2001 Chicago, Illinois.
  • Transnasal Ligation of Internal Maxillary Artery. Presented at the Eighth Annual Techniques in Head and Neck Surgery – Otolaryngology: The Course, June 1-3, 2001 Chicago, Illinois.
  • Nasal Valve Repair. Presented at the Eighth Annual Techniques in Head and Neck Surgery – Otolaryngology: The Course, June 1-3, 2001 Chicago, Illinois.
  • Endoscopic Medial Maxillectomy. Presented at the Eighth Annual Techniques in Head and Neck Surgery – Otolaryngology: The Course, June 1-3, 2001 Chicago, Illinois.
  • CSF Repair. Presented at the Eighth Annual Techniques in Head and Neck Surgery – Otolaryngology: The Course, June 1-3, 2001 Chicago, Illinois.
  • Clinical Predictors of Obstructive Sleep Apnea. Poster presented at the Annual Meeting of the Associated Professional Sleep Societies, June 5-10, 2001.
  • Treatment of Patients with Recurrent Sinusitis Following ESS. Presented at the Fall Meeting of the American Rhinologic Society, September 8, 2001.
  • Comprehensive Management of Obstructive Sleep Apnea — 2001 Update. Instruction course presented at the Annual Meeting of the American Academy of Otolaryngology, September 9-12, 2001
  • Frontal Sinus Surgery: A Simplified Approach. Instruction course presented at the Annual Meeting of the American Academy of Otolaryngology, September 9-12, 2001
  • Coronal Section CT Scan Anatomic and Clinical Correlation for ESS. Instruction course presented at the Annual Meeting of the American Academy of Otolaryngology, September 9-12, 2001
  • Prognostic Indicators for Successful Uvulopalatopharyngoplasty. Presented at the Annual Meeting of the American Academy of Otolaryngology, September 9-12, 2001
  • Superior Laryngeal Nerve Identification and Preservation in Thyroidectomy. Poster presented at the Chicago Symposium on Malignancies of the Chest and Head & Neck, October 4-6, 2001.
  • Minimally Invasive Techniques in Otolaryngology: Sinusitis; Obstructive Sleep Apnea Syndrome. Presented at Medical Grand Rounds, Rush-Presbyterian-St. Luke's Medical Center, November 21, 2001.

2002

  • The Inferior Turbinate Composite Flap for Repair of Septal Perforation. Presented at the Middle Section Meeting of the Triological Society, January 18-20, 2002.
  • Tonsil Channeling – A New Technique for Tonsil Ablation. Presented at the Middle Section Meeting of the Triological Society, January 18-20, 2002.
  • Atrophic Rhinitis: A New Treatment Technique. Presented at the Annual Meeting (COSM) of the American Rhinologic Society, May 12-14, 2002.
  • Director, Ninth Annual Techniques in Head and Neck Surgery – Otolaryngology: The Course, May 31-June 2, 2002, Chicago, Illinois.
  • Staging and Treatment of OSA. Presented at the Ninth Annual Techniques in Head and Neck Surgery – Otolaryngology: The Course, May 31-June 2, 2002, Chicago, Illinois.
  • Frontal Sinus Anatomy and Technique. Presented at the Ninth Annual Techniques in Head and Neck Surgery – Otolaryngology: The Course, May 31-June 2, 2002, Chicago, Illinois.
  • Transnasal Ligation of Internal Maxillary Artery. Presented at the Ninth Annual Techniques in Head and Neck Surgery – Otolaryngology: The Course, May 31-June 2, 2002, Chicago, Illinois.
  • Nasal Valve Repair. Presented at the Ninth Annual Techniques in Head and Neck Surgery – Otolaryngology: The Course, May 31-June 2, 2002, Chicago, Illinois.
  • Endoscopic Medial Maxillectomy. Presented at the Ninth Annual Techniques in Head and Neck Surgery – Otolaryngology: The Course, May 31-June 2, 2002, Chicago, Illinois.
  • CSF Repair. Presented at the Ninth Annual Techniques in Head and Neck Surgery – Otolaryngology: The Course, May 31-June 2, 2002, Chicago, Illinois.
  • Nasal Valve Obstruction. Presented at the Fall Meeting of the American Rhinologic Society, September 21, 2002.
  • Combined UP3 and Tongue Base Reduction for Treatment of OSA. Presented at the Annual Meeting of the American Academy of Otolaryngology, September 22-25, 2002.
  • A Simplified Technique for Airway Correction at the Nasal Valve Area. Presented at the Annual Meeting of the American Academy of Otolaryngology, September 22-25, 2002.
  • Comprehensive Management of Obstructive Sleep Apnea — 2002 Update. Instruction course presented at the Annual Meeting of the American Academy of Otolaryngology, September 22-25, 2002.
  • Frontal Sinus Surgery: A Simplified Approach. Instruction course presented at the Annual Meeting of the American Academy of Otolaryngology, September 22-25, 2002.
  • Coronal Section CT Scan Anatomic and Clinical Correlation for ESS. Instruction course presented at the Annual Meeting of the American Academy of Otolaryngology, September 22-25, 2002.

2003

  • Staging of Sleep-Disordered Breathing: A Guide to Appropriate Treatment. Presented at the Middle Section Meeting of the Triological Society, January 17-19, 2003.
  • Frontal Sinus Surgery. Presented at the Joint Meeting of the Ecuadorian Academy of Otolaryngology and the American Academy of Otolaryngology–Head and Neck Surgery, February 13-14, 2003.
  • Nasal Valve Repair. Presented at the Joint Meeting of the Ecuadorian Academy of Otolaryngology and the American Academy of Otolaryngology–Head and Neck Surgery, February 13-14, 2003.
  • Transnasal Ligation of the Internal Maxillary Artery. Presented at the Joint Meeting of the Ecuadorian Academy of Otolaryngology and the American Academy of Otolaryngology–Head and Neck Surgery, February 13-14, 2003.
  • Turbinate Surgery. Presented at the Joint Meeting of the Ecuadorian Academy of Otolaryngology and the American Academy of Otolaryngology–Head and Neck Surgery, February 13-14, 2003.
  • Management of OSA. Presented at the Joint Meeting of the Ecuadorian Academy of Otolaryngology and the American Academy of Otolaryngology–Head and Neck Surgery, February 13-14, 2003.
  • New Techniques in Sleep Surgery. Presented at the Joint Meeting of the Ecuadorian Academy of Otolaryngology and the American Academy of Otolaryngology–Head and Neck Surgery, February 13-14, 2003.
  • "Painless” Uvulopharyngopalatoplasty: A Modified Technique for Selected Patients. Poster presented at the Annual Meeting of the Triological Society, May 4-6, 2003.
  • Inspiratory Acoustic Rhinometry: A New Technique for Diagnosis of Nasal Valve Collapse. Poster presented at the Annual Meeting of the American Rhinologic Society, May 4-6, 2003.
  • Staging and Treating of OSA. Presented at the Tenth Annual Techniques in Head and Neck Surgery–Otolaryngology: The Course, May 29-June 1, 2003.
  • Treatment Selection of OSA. Moderator–Panel Discussion at the Tenth Annual Techniques in Head and Neck Surgery–Otolaryngology: The Course, May 29-June 1, 2003.
  • Tonsil Coblation–How I Do It. Video Presentation at the Tenth Annual Techniques in Head and Neck Surgery–Otolaryngology: The Course, May 29-June 1, 2003.
  • Uvulopalatopharyngoplasty–How I Do It. Video Presentation at the Tenth Annual Techniques in Head and Neck Surgery–Otolaryngology: The Course, May 29-June 1, 2003.
  • Prosection: New Techniques in Sleep Surgery: Painless UP3, Repose, Tonsil Coblation, Radiofrequency. Workshop at the Tenth Annual Techniques in Head and Neck Surgery–Otolaryngology: The Course, May 29-June 1, 2003.
  • Hands-On Dissection: New Techniques in Sleep Surgery: Painless UP3, Repose, Tonsil Coblation, Radiofrequency. Workshop at the Tenth Annual Techniques in Head and Neck Surgery–Otolaryngology: The Course, May 29-June 1, 2003.
  • Frontal Sinus Anatomy and Technique. Presented at the Tenth Annual Techniques in Head and Neck Surgery–Otolaryngology: The Course, May 29-June 1, 2003.
  • Transnasal Ligation of Internal Maxillary Artery. Presented at the Tenth Annual Techniques in Head and Neck Surgery–Otolaryngology: The Course, May 29-June 1, 2003.
  • Endoscopic Repair of CSF Leak. Presented at the Tenth Annual Techniques in Head and Neck Surgery–Otolaryngology: The Course, May 29-June 1, 2003.
  • Prosection: Advanced Endoscopic Techniques. Hands On Lab at the Tenth Annual Techniques in Head and Neck Surgery–Otolaryngology: The Course, May 29-June 1, 2003.
  • Hands-On Dissection: Advanced Endoscopic Techniques. Workshop at the Tenth Annual Techniques in Head and Neck Surgery–Otolaryngology: The Course, May 29-June 1, 2003.
  • When CPAP Fails: Surgical and Dental Evaluation and Management of OSA. Symposium presented at the Annual Meeting of the Associated Professional Sleep Societies, June 3, 2003.
  • Evaluation and Management of Obstructive Sleep Apnea. Presented at the Annual Meeting of the Georgia Society of Otolaryngology/Head & Neck Surgery, July 24-27, 2003.
  • Repair of Nasal Valve Obstruction. Presented at the 2003 Annual Clinical Assembly of Osteopathic Specialists (ACOS), September 18-21, 2003.
  • New Concepts and Options in Inferior Turbinate Reduction. Presented at the 2003 Annual Clinical Assembly of Osteopathic Specialists (ACOS), September 18-21, 2003.
  • Comprehensive Management of Obstructive Sleep Apnea—2003 Update. Instruction course presented at the Annual Meeting of the American Academy of Otolaryngology–Head & Neck Surgery Foundation, September 21-24, 2003.
  • Frontal Sinus Surgery: A Simplified Approach. Instruction course presented at the Annual Meeting of the American Academy of Otolaryngology–Head & Neck Surgery Foundation, September 21-24, 2003.
  • Clinical Developments in Obstructive Sleep Apnea: 2003. Miniseminar presented at the Annual Meeting of the American Academy of Otolaryngology–Head & Neck Surgery Foundation, September 21-24, 2003.
  • Midline Palatoplasty: A Modified Technique for Patients Without Tonsils. Presented at the Annual Meeting of the American Academy of Otolaryngology–Head & Neck Surgery Foundation, September 21-24, 2003.

2004

  • Clincal Staging of Obstructive Sleep Apnea-Hypopnea Syndrome: A Guide to Diagnosis and Surgical Management. Presented at the Chicago Laryngological & Otological Society Meeting, January 4, 2004.
  • Surgery for Obstructive Sleep Apnea. Can We do Better? Panalist. Annual Meeting of the Southern/Middle Section of the Triological Society, January 11, 2004.
  • Staging of Obstructive Sleep Apnea/ Hypopnea Syndrome: A Guide to Diagnosis and Surgical Management. Chicago Laryngologic Otologic Society Meeting. January, 2004.
  • Evaluation and Treatment of Snoring. 3rd Annual Rhinology and Sleep Disordered Breathing Update. New York University Medical Center, New York, NY April 2-4, 2004.
  • Inspiratory and Fixed Nasal Valve Collapse—Clinical and Rhinometric Assessment. American Rhinologic Society Scientific Program. COSM 2004, Phoenix, AZ, April 30-May 1, 2004.
  • Intraoperative iPTH Monitoring as a Guide to Parathyroid Reimplantation After Thyroidectomy. Triological Society Annual Meeting. Phoenix, AZ, April 30-May 3, 2004.
  • Staging and Treating of OSA. Presented at the Eleventh Annual Techniques in Head and Neck Surgery–Otolaryngology: The Course, June 4-6, 2004.
  • Treatment Selection of OSA. Moderator–Panel Discussion at the Eleventh Annual Techniques in Head and Neck Surgery–Otolaryngology: The Course, June 4-6, 2004.
  • Pillar Palatal Implant–How I Do It. Video Presentation at the Eleventh Annual Techniques in Head and Neck Surgery–Otolaryngology: The Course, June 4-6, 2004.
  • ZPP–How I Do It. Video Presentation at the Eleventh Annual Techniques in Head and Neck Surgery–Otolaryngology: The Course, June 4-6, 2004.
  • Prosection: New Techniques in Sleep Surgery: Painless UP3, Pillar Palatal Implant, ZPP, Tonsil Coblation, Hard Palate Shortening. Workshop at the Eleventh Annual Techniques in Head and Neck Surgery–Otolaryngology: The Course, June 4-6, 2004.
  • Hands-On Dissection: New Techniques in Sleep Surgery: Painless UP3, ZPP, Tonsil Coblation, Radiofrequency. Workshop at the Eleventh Annual Techniques in Head and Neck Surgery–Otolaryngology: The Course, June 4-6, 2004.
  • Frontal Sinus Anatomy and Technique. Presented at the Eleventh Annual Techniques in Head and Neck Surgery–Otolaryngology: The Course, June 4-6, 2004.
  • Transnasal Ligation of Internal Maxillary Artery. Presented at the Eleventh Annual Techniques in Head and Neck Surgery–Otolaryngology: The Course, June 4-6, 2004.
  • Nasal Valve Repair. Presented at the Eleventh Annual Techniques in Head and Neck Surgery–Otolaryngology: The Course, June 4-6, 2004.
  • Endoscopic Medial Maxillectomy. Presented at the Eleventh Annual Techniques in Head and Neck Surgery–Otolaryngology: The Course, June 4-6, 2004.
  • Simplified Septal Perforation Repair. Presented at the Eleventh Annual Techniques in Head and Neck Surgery–Otolaryngology: The Course, June 4-6, 2004.
  • Endoscopic Repair of CSF Leak. Presented at the Eleventh Annual Techniques in Head and Neck Surgery–Otolaryngology: The Course, June 4-6, 2004.
  • Prosection: Advanced Endoscopic Techniques. Hands-On Lab at the Eleventh Annual Techniques in Head and Neck Surgery–Otolaryngology: The Course, June 4-6, 2004.
  • Hands-On Dissection: Advanced Endoscopic Techniques. Workshop at the Eleventh Annual Techniques in Head and Neck Surgery–Otolaryngology: The Course, June 4-6, 2004.
  • Postgraduate Course. When CPAP Fails: Surgical and Dental Evaluation and Management of OSA. APSS 18th Annual Meeting, Philadelphia, PA, June 5-10, 2004.
  • Symposium. Role of Surgery for Obstructive Sleep Apnea Syndrome. Panalist. APSS 18th Annual Meeting. Philadelphia, PA, June 5-10, 2004.
  • Pediatric Grand Rounds. Pediatric Sleep Medicine. Advocate Illinois Masonic Medical Center, September, 2004.
  • Comprehensive Management of Obstructive Sleep Apnea—2004 Update. Instruction Course presented at the Annual Meeting of the American Academy of Otolaryngology–Head & Neck Surgery Foundation, September 18-22, 2004.
  • Frontal Sinus Surgery: A Simplified Approach. Instruction course presented at the Annual Meeting of the American Academy of Otolaryngology–Head & Neck Surgery Foundation, September 18-22, 2004.
  • Research Forum. Patient Selection and Efficacy of Pillar Implant Technique for Snoring and OSAHS. Presented at the Annual Meeting of the American Academy of Otolaryngology–Head & Neck Surgery Foundation, September 18-22, 2004.
  • Research Forum Poster Session. Reduction of Cardiovascular Risk with Surgical Treatment of OSAHS. Presented at the Annual Meeting of the American Academy of Otolaryngology–Head & Neck Surgery Foundation, September 18-22, 2004.
  • The Friedman Staging System. Surgery, Sleep and Breathing. Medical College of Wisconsin, Milwaukee, WI. October 11-12, 2004
  • Z-plasty Pharyngoplasty. Surgery, Sleep and Breathing. Medical College of Wisconsin, Milwaukee, WI. October 11-12, 2004.

2005

  • Surgery for Obstructive Sleep Apnea. Can We do Better? Panelist. Annual Meeting of the Southern/Middle Section of the Triological Society, January, 2005.
  • Visiting Professor and Speaker. Z-Palatoplasty—Surgical Treatment of Obstructive Sleep Apnea/Hypopnea Syndrome. Department of Otolaryngology, University of Oklahoma, Oklahoma City, OK, February, 2005.
  • Visiting Professor and Speaker. Patient Selection and Efficacy of Pillar™ Implant Technique for Treatment of Snoring and OSAHS. Department of Otolaryngology, University of Oklahoma, Oklahoma City, OK, February, 2005.
  • Visiting Professor and Speaker. A Simplified Technique for Airway Correction at the Nasal Valve Area. Department of Otolaryngology, University of Oklahoma, Oklahoma City, OK, February, 2005.
  • Visiting Professor and Speaker. Evolution of Palatal Surgery for Obstructive Sleep Apnea. Department of Otolaryngology, University of Oklahoma, Oklahoma City, OK, February, 2005.
  • Does Severity of Disease Predict Uvulopalatopharyngoplasty Outcome? Triological Society Annual Meeting. Boca Raton, FL May 16, 2005.
  • Sleep Apnea Patients Can Be Cared for in an Ambulatory Setting ? Midwest Anesthesiology Conference. Chicago, IL, May 20-22, 2005
  • Frontal Sinus Anatomy and Technique. Presented at the Twelfth Annual Techniques in Head and Neck Surgery–Otolaryngology: The Course, June 4-6, 2005.
  • Transnasal Ligation of Internal Maxillary Artery and Endoscopic Medial Maxillectomy. Presented at the Twelfth Annual Techniques in Head and Neck Surgery–Otolaryngology: The Course, June 4-6, 2005.
  • Nasal Valve Repair. Presented at the Twelfth Annual Techniques in Head and Neck Surgery–Otolaryngology: The Course, June 4-6, 2005.
  • Endoscopic Repair of CSF Leak. Presented at the Twelfth Annual Techniques in Head and Neck Surgery–Otolaryngology: The Course, June 4-6, 2005.
  • Prosection: Basic and Advanced Endoscopic Techniques: Simplified Frontal Sinus Surgery, Endoscopic Ligation of Internal Maxillary Artery, Endoscopic Medial Maxillectomy, Microdebrider SMR, Simplified Nasal Valve Reconstruction. Workshop at the Twelfth Annual Techniques in Head and Neck Surgery–Otolaryngology: The Course, June 4-6, 2005.
  • Hands-On Dissection: Basic and Advanced Endoscopic Techniques. Workshop at the Twelfth Annual Techniques in Head and Neck Surgery–Otolaryngology: The Course, June 4-6, 2005.
  • Staging and Treatment of OSA. Presented at the Twelfth Annual Techniques in Head and Neck Surgery–Otolaryngology: The Course, June 4-6, 2005.
  • Treatment Selection in OSA. Panal Discussion Moderator at the Twelfth Annual Techniques in Head and Neck Surgery–Otolaryngology: The Course, June 4-6, 2005.
  • Pillar Palatal Implant. Video Presentation at the Twelfth Annual Techniques in Head and Neck Surgery–Otolaryngology: The Course, June 4-6, 2005.
  • Prosection: New Techniques in Sleep Surgery: Painless UP3, Pillar Palatal Implant, ZPP, Tonsil Coblation, Hard Palate Shortening, Tongue-Base Radiofrequency. Workshop at the Twelfth Annual Techniques in Head and Neck Surgery–Otolaryngology: The Course, June 4-6, 2005.
  • Hands-On Dissection: New Techniques in Sleep Surgery: Painless UP3, ZPP, Tonsil Coblation, Radiofrequency. Workshop at the Twelfth Annual Techniques in Head and Neck Surgery–Otolaryngology: The Course, June 4-6, 2005.
  • Snoring/Sleep Apnea Medical and Surgical Treatment and Results. Round Table Discussion. XVIII IFOS World Congress, Rome, Italy, June 27, 2005.
  • Nasal Valve Repair . Turkish Rhinological Society Meeting. Izmar, Turkey, September 7-10, 2005.
  • Transnasal ligation of the sphenopalatine artery. Turkish Rhinological Society Meeting. Izmar, Turkey, September 7-10, 2005.
  • Inferior Turbinoplasty. Turkish Rhinological Society Meeting. Izmar, Turkey, September 7-10, 2005.
  • Frontal Sinus. Turkish Rhinological Society Meeting. Izmar, Turkey, September 7-10, 2005.
  • Nasal Septal Perforation Treatment. Turkish Rhinological Society Meeting. Izmar, Turkey, September 7-10, 2005.
  • Clinical Staging, Clinical Predictors, and Treatment Selection for OSA. Turkish Rhinological Society Meeting. Izmar, Turkey, September 7-10, 2005.
  • Treatment of OSA (RF tongue base, RF tonsil ablation, and RF palate). Turkish Rhinological Society Meeting. Izmar, Turkey, September 7-10, 2005.
  • Comprehensive Management of Obstructive Sleep Apnea—2005 Update. Instruction Course presented at the Annual Meeting of the American Academy of Otolaryngology–Head & Neck Surgery Foundation, Los Angeles, CA. September 25-28, 2005.
  • Frontal Sinus Surgery: A Simplified Approach. Instruction course presented at the Annual Meeting of the American Academy of Otolaryngology–Head & Neck Surgery Foundation, Los Angeles, CA. September 25-28, 2005.
  • Research Forum: Comparison of the Incidences of Obstructive Sleep Apnea Hypopnea Syndrome in African-Americans versus Caucasian-Americans. Presented at the Annual Meeting of the American Academy of Otolaryngology–Head & Neck Surgery Foundation, Los Angeles, CA. September 25-28, 2005.
  • Research Forum: Revision Uvulopalatoplasty by Z-Palatoplasty (ZPP). Presented at the Annual Meeting of the American Academy of Otolaryngology–Head & Neck Surgery Foundation, Los Angeles, CA. September 25-28, 2005.
  • Innovations in Palatopharyngoplasty for Obstructive Sleep Apnea. Miniseminar. Presented at the Annual Meeting of the American Academy of Otolaryngology–Head & Neck Surgery Foundation, Los Angeles, CA. September 25-28, 2005.

2006

  • A Randomized Prospective Double Blind Study on the Efficacy of Dead Sea Salt Nasal Irrigations. Annual Meeting of the Southern/Middle Section of the Triological Society, January, 2006.

AUDIO DIGESTS

  • Tumors of the major salivary glands, 1976
  • Ear, nose, and throat emergencies, 1979
  • Congenital anomalies of the larynx and trachea, 1983
  • Effects of radiation on second malignant neoplasms in patients successfully treated for head and neck cancer, 1987
  • Radiologic diagnosis of thyroid carcinoma, 1988
  • Nodal size of metastatic squamous cell carcinoma of the neck, 1992
  • Laryngotracheal reconstruction in adults: experience with the sternocleidomastoid myoperiosteal flap, 1992
  • Endoscopic sinus surgery with middle turbinate resection: effects on olfaction, 1995
  • Bupivacaine for analgesia following endoscopic sinus surgery, 1996
  • Bcl-2 oncogene expression in T1 squamous cell carcinoma of the head and neck, 1996
  • Laser Turbinoplasty: A histologic study, 1997
  • Early detection and treatment of post operative pharyngocutaneous fistulae, 1997
  • Quantifications of lymph nodes in selective neck dissections, 1998
  • Prognostic significance of BCL-2 expression in advanced laryngeal squamous cell carcinoma, 1998
  • Percutaneous tracheostomy—A superior technique, 1998
  • The effects of middle turbinate medialization on olfaction, 1999
  • Clinical predictors of obstructive sleep apnea, 1999
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